VTech 5831 - Manuals

5 1. Antenna2. Earpiece3. Headset Jack (2.5mm)4. On (Flash)5. Dialing Keys (0-9, , #)6. Speakerphone7. Message Waiting LED The Handset Layout 8. LCD Display9. Soft Keys10. Volume11. Off (Clear)12. Sound Select13. Microphone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 *

6 1. Antenna2. LCD Display3. Clear4. In Use5. Flash6. Hold7. Redial8. Mute9. Messages LED The Base Unit Layout 10. Intercom11. Soft keys12. Speaker Phone13. Dialing Keys (0-9, , #)14. Volume Keys15. Telephone Jack16. DC Connector17. Spare Battery Drawer18. Spare Battery Release 16 15 17 18 1 2 3 4 6...

7 Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet. Setup GETTING ST AR TED

8 Setup GETTING ST AR TED Follow the steps below:1. R e m o v e t h e b a t t e r y c o v e r b y pressing on the indent and slidingdownward. 2. Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contactsaligned with the charge contactsin the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover b...

9 GETTING ST AR TED Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jackon the back of the Base Unit. Plug the other end ofthis cord into the wall jack. Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset.The Phone icon will appear on the Handset dis...

10 Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Feature GETTING ST AR TED 2 3 1 The VT5831 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide operationalbackup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery pack in the sparebattery charger, you will still be able to place and receive ca...

11 1 2 1 3 3 The Wall Mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. Wallmounting is optional. 1. Plug the AC adapters into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Uni...

12 Expand your VT5831 system by adding accessory Handsets. Bringtelephone service to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available! Registration and Operation Of The VTech VT5820 AccessoryHandset Your VTech VT5831 system can operate up to 6 Handsets. The VT5820 accessory Handset consists of the following...

13 Your VT5831 Handset comes registered tothe Base Unit. To register additional VT5820Handsets, follow these steps: Enter Base ID Code 1. After charging the Handset, remove itfrom its Charge Cradle; the screen willdisplay: alternating with this screen: 2. If, after charging the Handset, you see: 3. ...

14 Description Line In Use indicatorOn steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is inuse.On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating whichextensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicatesthat Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call. Intercom indicatorOn steady...

15 Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new voicemail messages.Service must be subscribed to through your local telephonecompany • Lights when line is being used by a Handset of the VT5831system.• Flashes when another telephone on the same line (pa...

16 Soft Menu Functions The VT5831 has an advanced design that usesa menu structure and soft keys to accessmany of the features. Example of the idle mode display: REDIAL From the Handset: Press REDIAL to display the last 10 telephonenumbers dialed from the Handset. Thenumber on the top line represent...

17 B ASIC OPERA TION • To dial, press SPEAKER PHONE. Erasing Numbers in Redial Memory(Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number. • Press SELECT, then ERASE. Saving Redial Numbers in Phone BookMemory (Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number. • Press...

18 HANDSET MENU With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (Caller ID)• INTERCOM• HANDSET SETTINGS• SET TIME• CLOCK MODE• REGISTER Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK. Press the OFF/CLEAR key to step back through the m...

19 Calls Log (Caller ID) Caller ID - Call Waiting ID Your VT5831 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party callingbefore you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller IDinformation in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID)...

20 Calls Log (Caller ID) Reviewing Caller ID from the Handsetor Base As new Caller ID/Call Waiting ID records arereceived, your Handset and Base displays willa l e r t yo u t o t h e n ew C a l l e r I D r e c o r d s ,for example: The number of new calls displayed on eachsystem Handset and Base may...

21 SAVE: Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved intoSpeed Dial Memory. If you need to modify the number after saving, see TOEDIT A NUMBER. Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID reco...

22 B ASIC OPERA TION Handset Settings From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu you canselect the following options to modify: • RINGER VOLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume.Use the s c r o l l k e y s t o a d j u s t t h e volume up or down. You will see a graph onthe Handset display indicatin...

23 Handset Settings B ASIC OPERA TION • KEYPAD TONE (preset to ON) Select this option to turn the Keypad toneson or off. Press the OFF or ON soft key tomake your selection. Press OK to confirmyour selection and return to the HANDSETSETTINGS menu. When set to ON, theHandset will emit a beep whenever ...

24 B ASIC OPERA TION To access Base Settings, with the Base in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU, scrolldown to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK. You can now access the following settingoptions: • RINGER VOLUME• RINGER MELODY• KEYPAD TONE• TONE/PULSE• CONTRAST• LANGUAGE Press CLEAR at any time to back out...

25 B ASIC OPERA TION KEYPAD TONE (preset to ON) Keypad tones are the ‘beeps’ you hear eachtime you press a key on the Base Unit.To turn this feature ON or OFF: • Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK. Scrolldown to KEYPAD TONE. • Press OK. Choose ON or OFF.• Press OK to confirm you...

29 B ASIC OPERA TION • Press the DEL softkey. The screen will display: • To delete this record, press THIS. The record will be deleted, and the nexte n t r y i n t h e p h o n e b o o k w i l l b edisplayed. • To delete all records in your phonebook memory, press ALL. The display willask ARE YOU SUR...

30 Making Calls From the Handset • Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to u s e t h e H a n d s e t S p e a k e r p h o n efeature). Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE). • Press OFF to end your call. Answering Calls From the Handset • Press any key excep...

31 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION H o w t o A d j u s t t h e H a n d s e tVo l u m e ( also applies to the HandsetSpeakerphone) The volume control is on the right edge ofthe Handset. During a call, press the UP orDOWN key to adjust the listening volume toa comfortable level. The p...

32 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION Mute Function During an active call pressing either the MUTEsoft key on the Handset or the MUTE key on theBase (when in Speakerphone mode), will disablethe microphone. Press MUTE key again to returnto normal 2-way conversation. Hold Function From t...

33 Handset and Base Operation Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets : • To page all Handsets from the Base press the INTERCOM key. Scroll toGLOBAL PAGE, then press OK. • Each Handset will display GLOBAL CALL FROM BASE. • Any Handset can then answer the PAGE, and enter INTERCOM mode with theB a s e b y ...

34 Message Waiting Indication The VT5831 is compatible with optional voicemail service provided by some localtelephone companies. If you subscribe to this service, and you have new, unplayedmessages in your voicemail, a Visual Message Waiting Indication (VMWI) signal istransmitted by your local tele...

35 Handset and Base Operation The VT5831 will detect a VMWI signal and activate Message Waiting lights on the Baseand Handset(s). See Handset and Base Unit Layouts, pages 5 and 6, for the locationof the Message Waiting lights. After you play all of your new messages, the Message Waiting indicators w...

36 Headset Operation Your VT5831 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use withan optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use theHeadset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatiblewith the VT5831.To purchase a Headse...

37 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your VT5831 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must betreated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect yourtelephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid wa...

38 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve theproblem. If you still have difficulty after tr ying these suggestions, call VTECHCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn’t Work At...

39 Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON. If you’d like to turn it off, see Handset Settings-VIBRATE CONTROL, on page 22. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the teleph...

40 Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product andall accessories provided by VTECH in the sales package (“Product”) are freefrom m...

41 Warranty Statement 8. C h a r g e s fo r i n s t a l l a t i o n o r s e t u p, a d j u s t m e n t o f c u s t o m e r c o n t r o l s, a n d i n s t a l l a t i o n o r r e p a i r o f s y s t e m s o u t s i d e t h e u n i t . How do you get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in t...

42 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may ...

43 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it c...

44 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION m a y m a k e changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures thatcould affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company isrequired to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a...

45 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to beconnected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipmentmust also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer sh...

46 FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlledPLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHzHandset: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHzHandset : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC andIC. A...

47 Table Of Contents R 1. Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction 4. Parts Check List5. The Handset Layout6. The Base Unit Layout 7. Getting Started 7. Setup7. Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 8. In s t a l l a t i o n o f B a t t e r y Pa ck i n Handset 8. Charging of Handset Pac...

48 Index Answering Calls ...................................30Base Unit Layout ......................................6Indicators ...............................15Settings .................................24Menu ......................................18 Battery Pack Installation .........................

1 Introduction EXPAND YOUR VT5831 OR i 5881 SYSTEMS. YOUR BASE WILLWORK WITH UP TO 6 HANDSETS!!! IMPORTANT: The i 5801 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT5831 or i 5881systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use the i 5801 Accessory Handset. This manual is designed to fami...

4 Parts Check List 6. Battery Pack 7. Special Features Guide 8. User's Manual 9. Audio Patch Cable 10 USB Cable 1. Handset 2. Charger Wall MountingBracket 3. Belt Clip 4. Handset Charger 5. Software CD-ROM Disc Getting S tarted Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Software CD-ROM Disc Audio Patch Cable USB...

5 The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack and Audio PatchCable Jack (2.5mm) 4. Soft/Select Key 5. On/Flash Key 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #) 7. Speakerphone Key 8. Speakerphone LED 9. Message Waiting /In Use/Incoming Ringing LED 1 2 9 10 16 3 5 6 7 13 12 15 14 8 17 11 4 Getting S ta...

6 Setup Follow the steps below:1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing on the indent andsliding downward. 2. Place the new battery pack in the H a n d s e t w i t h t h e m e t a l c o n t a c t saligned with the charge contacts inthe battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery compartme...

8 Registration Registering an i 5801 Handset for the first time After charging, the screen will display: Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following (Base mustbe OFF): 1) At the Base, press MENU. 2) Scroll down to DISPLAY BASE-ID, then press OK. 3) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. ...

9 Handset Number Indicator• Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left corner after the Handset has found the Base. Searching for Base Indicator• Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base. Intercom Indicator• On steady with the extension numbers current...

1 0 Handset Menu Basic Operation Joystick Operation • This Handset is equipped with a 5-way navigationjoystick: Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), Down ( ),and In ( ). • The joystick allows you to access the Handset’sadvanced features and settings. • Press the joystick in any direction to access theMain M...

1 1 Handset Menu Calls Log (dialing key 3) - review Caller ID data; select and dial from the Caller ID data or from the Redial list that accounts for the last 10 dialedphone numbers. Pictures (dialing key 4) - choose from the many preset images or download new images into the Handset to be used as y...

1 2 Global Page from Handset • With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joystickin or press the left soft key. • Press the joystick or to navigate to GLOBAL PAGE or press “ ” key. • Press the joystick in or press the left soft key forconfirmation. • Any registered Handset or Base can answer the...

1 3 Adding Phonebook Entries • From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the joy-s t i c k i n a n y d i r e c t i o n o r p r e s s t h e l e f t s o f t k e y .T h e P h o n e b o o k i c o n s h o u l d b e h i g h l i g h t e d .Press the joystick in or left soft key again. • Press NEW. NOTE: When...

1 4 to sample the ringer options. • Press OK for confirmation. NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 recorded personal ringers.For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page 20 for details.NOTE: If there is no need to have distinctive image, you can press SAVE now. • If you wish to be visuall...

1 5 — OR — You can press FIND softkey, enter the first fewcharacters of the name and then press OK tosearch. If you make a mistake, press softkey. The closest match, in alphabetical order,will be displayed. • Once you can find the entry you want, simplypress ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial thenumber. Edi...

1 7 Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - select this option to delete all phone numbersstored in redial memory.You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clearsall records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen. Settings With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reve...

1 8 Sounds & Alerts With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal thefollowing options: Ringer Control(dialing key 2) - this option allows you to change theRinger Volume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the VibratingRinger. Ringers(dialing key 3) - this option a...

1 9 Basic Operation screen (wall paper) or assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in theavailable 50 directories. Set a Wallpaper image To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then choose an image in one of the three (My Pictures, Images or Emotions)menu option...

2 0 Recordable Ringer Basic Operation You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringeror for a Distinctive Ringer for assigning to a individual phonebook directory.You can either record using the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord),or simply use the Handset mic...

2 1 Download your own image Do you have a favorite image stored in your personal computer that you wouldlike to use as your i 5801 wallpaper or to assign to one of your 50 availablephonebook directories? Using the provided Image Editor Software, you canview and convert your image. Once you have sele...

2 2 -Adjust Brightness and Contrast -Adjust Color • Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cordis correctly installed into your computer (using the large connector) andHandset (using the small connector). After you have completed the image editing process, press Send to Phone...

2 3 Handset Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use theHandset Speakerphone feature).Dial the phone number. -OR- Dial the phone number first; then press ON(or SPEAKERPHONE). • Press OFF to end your call or place theHandset in charger cradle to end your call. Answe...

2 4 MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced(This is the recommended setting forhearing aid users) TREBLE - High Frequency soundsenhanced NATURAL - No frequencyenhancement (Your Handset ispreset with this selection) The Handset will graphically display the four modes. NOTE: The Sound Select feature can't be ...

2 5 Flash Function You can use your i 5801 with services such as CallWaiting. Simply press the ON/FLASH key on theHandset Conference Calling The i5881 or VT5831 is capable of supporting confer-ence calls with up to two registered Handsets, and the Base Unit. To enter aconference call, simply access ...

2 6 Your i 5801 cordless Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack foruse with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you chooseto use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset,which is compatible with the i 5801. To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Cust...

2 8 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solvethe problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTechCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech TelecommucationsCanada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. The Phon...

2 9 Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON.If you’d like to turn it off, see Sounds & Alerts - Ringer CONTROL. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack...

3 0 Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that theproduct and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales p a c k a g e( “ P r o d u c t ” ...

3 1 6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (includingbut not limited to Products used for rental purposes ); or 7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or8. Charges for in...

3 2 may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particularpurpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fitfor ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some statesdo not allo...

3 3 This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulationsRSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,and (...

3 5 company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephonecompany is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advancenotice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You willbe given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone companyis...

3 6 Additional Information FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. Theequipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions maynot prevent degradati...

3 7 Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlledPLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base : 5744.736-5825.952 MHzHandset : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base : 2401.056-2482.272 MHzHandset: 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power al...

3 8 91-5470-30-00ISSUE 0 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc.;Beaverton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd., 200-7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright ...

3 9 Introduction....................................................................................................................1Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................2 Getting Started..........................................

4 Registration And Operation Of The VTECH VT5820 AccessoryHandset Your VTECH VT5831 system can operate up to 6 Handsets. The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following: Setup Belt Clip Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Handset Telephone Line Cord Handset Charger Battery Pack 3 1 5 Setup Of The VT...

5 Installation of Battery Pack in Handset 2 1 3 As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assignedextension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3,HANDSET 4, and so forth. Whenever a charged Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset willautomatically begin SE...

8 Handset Indicators Handset LEDs LED MessageWaiting Description • Blinks to indicate that you have new voicemail messages. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephonecompany. Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicatorOn steady with no number next to it when a parallel set i...

10 Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your VT5820 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, soit must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protectyour telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your tel...

11 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solvethe problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTECHCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn't Work At ...

13 Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”)that the product and all accessories provided by VTECH in the sales package(“Product”) are free from m...

18 company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. Thetelephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service.If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephonecompany is ...